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Stage Manager | LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort

POSITION:
Stage Manager
CONTRACT START:
July 20th
JOB LOCATION:
Germany
CONTRACT END:
August 31st

Dates:

  • Rehearsal : TBD but would be intermittent days from July 6th-19th
  • Performance: July 20th– August 31st

Pay: €25/hour

Housing: Accommodation provided – subsidized at €10/night

RWS Global is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Stage Manager to support the daily operation of a high-impact live stunt show at LEGOLAND® Duetschland. This is a dynamic, guest-facing role that requires excellent organizational skills, calm under pressure, and hands-on technical awareness — all in an outdoor, fast-paced, theme park environment.

As Stage Manager, you are the key liaison between RWS Global performers and production and the client (LEGOLAND® Deutschland), ensuring smooth daily operations, safety, and show quality across all performances.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Show Calling & Technical Support
    • Assistance with sound
    • Call all live stunt shows, coordinating cues for audio, action, and special effects. Stunts will include:
    •  Stage combat
    • Acro (including trampette use)
    • Maintain situational awareness during live performance, including dynamic elements like water stunts and guest proximity.
  • Backstage & Performer Support
    • Assist cast with quick changes, particularly for costumed character performers in mascot-style suits.
    • Provide general backstage support to ensure safe and efficient transitions and readiness.
  • Company & Cast Management
    • Act as on-site Company Manager, supporting cast wellbeing, managing breaks, scheduling covers, and maintaining team morale.
    • Conduct daily check-ins with performers and report any incidents, injuries, or concerns.
  • Client Liaison & Reporting
    • Serve as the primary RWS representative on-site, communicating with LEGOLAND’s Entertainment team.
    • Submit Daily Operational Reports (DORs) covering performance notes, attendance, technical issues, and guest feedback.
  • Health & Safety
    • Ensure all safety protocols are followed during performances.
    • Participate in and enforce daily pre-show checks and risk assessments.
    • Liase with park teams to test water chemical levels, wind speeds, stage maintenance

Requirements:

  • Proven experience stage managing live performance, ideally in a theme park, outdoor, or stunt-based setting
  • Comfortable operating special effects, including pyrotechnics or flame effects (training will be provided)
  • Excellent communicator, calm under pressure, and highly organized
  • Must be fluent in German and English
  • Experience working with costumed characters and managing quick changes preferred
  • Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • First Aid certification will be required, and knowledge of show health and safety practices is a plus

This is a client-facing, high-visibility role in a live entertainment environment. You’ll be a vital part of the team delivering world-class experiences on behalf of RWS Global and our client LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort